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OTHUKE ONYEKE

United Kingdom

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated Care Worker with 3+ years of experience supporting residents in dementia care, nursing care, residential care, palliative care, and respite care. Skilled in personal care, medication administration, mobility assistance, and health monitoring, ensuring residents' safety, dignity, and comfort.

Certified in NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, Phlebotomy&Cannulation, Medication Administration, and Basic Life Support (BLS). Experienced in dementia support, using de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviours and promote well-being.

Committed to providing person-cantered care, maintaining infection control standards, and working closely with healthcare teams and families to enhance residents' quality of life. Focused on compassionate support, clear communication, and fostering a safe, respectful environment for all residents.

Overview

3
year of professional experience
20
Certification

Work history

Little Sisters of the Poor (St Joseph's Care Home)
Manchester

Healthcare Assistant
07.2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Provided hands-on dementia care, using de-escalation techniques to minimize agitation and distress.
  • Assisted with personal care, including bathing, dressing, and feeding, ensuring dignity and independence.
  • Maintained infection control protocols, safeguarding vulnerable residents, especially those with compromised health.
  • Supported mobility and transfers, using appropriate hoisting equipment to prevent injury and ensure safety.
  • Documented health changes, allowing prompt nursing interventions and adjustments in care plans.

Agency (Care Home) Manchester
Manchester

Senior Care Assistant
04.2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Led a team of care assistants, ensuring high-quality residential and dementia care while adhering to care plans.
  • Administered medications safely, ensuring compliance with nursing care protocols and medication policies.
  • Conducted regular health and well-being checks, promptly identifying and escalating concerns for early medical intervention.
  • Developed and personalized care plans, improving comfort and dignity of residents receiving palliative and respite care.
  • Mentored and trained care assistants, promoting compassionate caregiving and improving resident interactions.

Your-Care Healthcare (Care Home)
Stockport

Healthcare Assistant
02.2024 - 02.2025

Job overview

  • Delivered individualized care to dementia residents, promoting engagement through cognitive-stimulating activities.
  • Supported palliative care patients, ensuring pain relief and emotional comfort in their final stages.
  • Monitored dietary intake and hydration, preventing malnutrition and supporting overall well-being.
  • Implemented person-centered care approaches, tailoring support for both long-term and respite residents.
  • Managed personal hygiene of bed-bound patients, maintained dignity and respect at all times.

Yellowstone Healthcare (Care Home)
Manchester

Healthcare Assistant/Support Worker
09.2023 - 07.2024

Job overview

  • Administered medications with 100% accuracy, ensuring adherence to care home regulations.
  • Assisted residents with mobility and transfers, reducing fall risks and improving safety.
  • Provided emotional support to residents and families, particularly in palliative and dementia care situations.
  • Maintained up-to-date care records, ensuring transparency and continuity of care across shifts.
  • Assisted elderly residents with daily tasks such as eating, bathing and dressing up for an enhanced quality of life while living in care homes.

Education

QUALS SKILLS
United Kingdom

RQF Level 3 in Adult Care (NVQ)

ACADEMY FOR HEALTH
United Kingdom

Level 3 Mental Health Awareness

Grammartorial Education
United Kingdom

Level 3 Phlebotomy & Cannulation

CareTutor
United Kingdom

Medication Administration & Awareness

Alison E-Learning
United Kingdom

First Aid & CPR Certification

Skills

  • Dementia & Alzheimer's Care
  • Medication Administration
  • Palliative & End-of-Life Care
  • Personal Care & Hygiene
  • Mobility & Moving Assistance
  • Health Monitoring & Vital Signs
  • Infection Control & Hygiene
  • Respite Care Support
  • Safeguarding & Patient Rights
  • Behaviour Management & De-escalation
  • Emotional & Psychological Support
  • Care Planning & Documentation
  • Effective Communication & Teamwork
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) & Emergency Response
  • Cultural Awareness & Respect
  • Phlebotomy & Cannulation
  • IT & Documentation Skills

Certification

• PMVA Certificate
• Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Awareness
• Manual Handling- Practical Training
• First Aid (RESUSCITATION) LEVEL 2
• Care Certificate (Standard 1-15)
• Dysphagia Awareness
• Safeguarding of Adult Awareness
• Health & Safety Awareness
• Managing Distressed Behaviour
• Moving & Handling of People
• Medication Awareness in Care Home
• Understanding Diabetes
• Infection Prevention & Control Awareness
• Equality, Diversity and Human Rights
• Emergency First Aid Awareness
• Fire Safety
• Mental Capacity Act And Deprivation of Liberties Awareness
• Food Safety Level 2
• Learning Disability Awareness
• Caring for People with Epilepsy
• Mental Health, Dementia and Learning Disabilities

Timeline

Healthcare Assistant

Little Sisters of the Poor (St Joseph's Care Home)
07.2024 - Current

Senior Care Assistant

Agency (Care Home) Manchester
04.2024 - Current

Healthcare Assistant

Your-Care Healthcare (Care Home)
02.2024 - 02.2025

Healthcare Assistant/Support Worker

Yellowstone Healthcare (Care Home)
09.2023 - 07.2024

QUALS SKILLS

RQF Level 3 in Adult Care (NVQ)
/2024

ACADEMY FOR HEALTH

Level 3 Mental Health Awareness
/2024

Grammartorial Education

Level 3 Phlebotomy & Cannulation
/2024

CareTutor

Medication Administration & Awareness
/2024

Alison E-Learning

First Aid & CPR Certification
/2024

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